1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Zeta | Baja |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
